Barkukuria - Palasbari, Kamrup
Barkukuria is a village situated in the Palasbari subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. Jayontipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkukuria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkukuria is 303266. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 781028 pincode.
Barkukuria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palasbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkukuria
According to the 2011 Census, Barkukuria village had a total population of 1,309 people, including 685 males and 624 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.69%, with male literacy at 94.84% and female literacy at 84.02%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,309 | 685 | 624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,096 | 607 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 78 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Barkukuria
Barkukuria is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barkukuria
Barkukuria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Barkukuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkukuria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkukuria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkukuria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barkukuria
Where is Barkukuria located?
Barkukuria village is located in Palasbari Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkukuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkukuria is Jayontipur.
What is the pincode of Barkukuria?
The pincode of Barkukuria is 781028.
What is the population of Barkukuria?
Barkukuria had a total population of 1,309, including 685 males and 624 females.
How many households are there in Barkukuria?
Barkukuria had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkukuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkukuria was 89.69%. Male literacy was 94.84% and female literacy was 84.02%.